Cultural Resources Specialist

Aspen Environmental Group (www.aspeneg.com, IG: aspenenvironmentalgroup) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary environmental services firm that provides impact analysis, permitting, and compliance services for a wide variety of public and private clients. Aspen specializes in providing expert compliance services for complex, multi-faceted infrastructure and public works projects. Aspen has about 60 dedicated and enthusiastic employees located mainly across four offices in California. We maintain a collaborative work environment that promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration and rigorous applied science. We pride ourselves on shaping careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Aspen will include a blend of motivated initiative, business acumen, technical expertise, commitment, flexibility, and teamwork.

Required Education and Experience

Either a B.A. degree in anthropology, or a Master’s degree in archaeology or cultural resources management

At least four years of experience working with California prehistoric or historic-aged resources, and be able to identify prehistoric and historic artifacts.

Be certified by the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA), or be familiar with NHPA Section 106, NEPA, and CEQA standards.

Have a good understanding of culture history relevant to California desert regions, or the coastal areas of San Diego/Orange county.

Prior experience working with southern California Native American tribal members is a plus.

Responsibilities May Include

Perform pedestrian field surveys using Trimble GPS technology;

Monitor construction projects;

Respond to initial calls for inadvertent finds;

Complete limited site testing;

Participate in data recovery excavation under the supervision of a Senior Archaeologist;

The ability to maintain high quality field notes, keep good organization of field records, and maintain a professional demeanor in a variety of outdoor and remote environmental work conditions.

Must have a valid CA Driver’s License with a clean driving record, and be comfortable working in strenuous hiking conditions.

Three references must be provided upon application.

Selected candidates may be asked to complete drug testing.

Compensation

Aspen offers a wide range of benefits and a competitive compensation package. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To apply

Please submit a letter of interest, CV, a writing sample, and three references with contact information to Neda Rastegar at nrastegar@aspeneg.com. The subject line must state, “Staff Archaeologist – NAME.”

Environmental Scientist (Entry Level)

Location:
San Francisco

Aspen Environmental Group is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist in both southern California and San Francisco.

Aspen Environmental Group (www.aspeneg.com, IG: aspenenvironmentalgroup) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary environmental services firm that provides impact analysis, permitting, and compliance services for a wide variety of public and private clients. Aspen specializes in providing expert compliance services for complex, multi-faceted infrastructure and public works projects. Aspen has about 60 dedicated and enthusiastic employees located mainly across four offices in California. We maintain a collaborative work environment that promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration and rigorous applied science. We pride ourselves on shaping careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Aspen will include a blend of motivated initiative, business acumen, technical expertise, commitment, flexibility, and teamwork.

Community Choice Aggregator Senior Associate

Location:
Sacramento

Aspen Environmental Group is seeking an experienced analyst to join its Energy Economics practice as a Senior Associate, focusing on feasibility assessments and business support to Community Choice Aggregators. This position would be based in our Sacramento office.

Aspen is a dynamic, interdisciplinary environmental services firm that provides impacts analysis, permitting, and compliance services for a wide variety of federal and state agencies, as well as private sector clients. Aspen specializes in providing expert compliance services for complex, multi-faceted infrastructure and public works projects. Aspen has about 60 dedicated and enthusiastic employees located mainly across four offices in California. We maintain a collaborative work environment that promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration and rigorous applied science. We pride ourselves on shaping careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Aspen will include a blend of motivated initiative, business acumen, technical expertise, commitment, flexibility, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

CCA business development and proposal preparation

Monitoring relevant CPUC proceedings

Monitoring state-wide CCA activities

Significant analytic contribution in executing CCA projects

Hands-on interface with CCA clients

Guiding and mentoring junior staff

Education and Experience

An advanced degree in engineering, business or economics

5 to 10 years of experience with electricity markets, utilities and CCAs

Experience in marketing and business development to capitalize on existing client relationships and to expand Aspen’s profile and market share in the regional market

Aspen offers a wide range of benefits and a competitive compensation package. Eligibility for benefits is earned with length of service professional development time. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To Apply. Please submit a letter of interest, resume and writing sample to nrastegar@aspeneg.com with “CCA Senior Associate [NAME]” in the subject line.

Ability to travel regionally. In addition, as this position could involve field work to remote areas, the applicant must be able to travel to and work in rugged terrain during inclement weather.

A bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred)

Aspen is an environmental consulting firm providing a spectrum of environmental services to clients including a wide array of public and private clients. Aspen has about 70 dedicated and enthusiastic employees located mainly across four offices in California. We maintain a collaborative work environment that promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration and rigorous applied science. We pride ourselves on shaping careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Aspen will include a blend of motivated initiative, business acumen, technical expertise, commitment, flexibility, and teamwork.

To apply for this position, please email a resume and cover letter to Chris Huntley at chuntley@aspeneg.com.

Career Opportunities

Aspen Environmental Group is distinguished by highly motivated people in a wide range of disciplines including planning, economics, biology, engineering, and physical sciences. We offer a challenging and collaborative work environment with competitive salaries and benefits. At Aspen, we pride ourselves on shaping careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Aspen includes a blend of initiative, commitment, technical expertise, business acumen, and teamwork in a flexible and congenial work environment. We are always looking for exceptionally qualified people. Therefore, inquiries and resumes not specific to an advertised position are welcome.